Quail Hollow President Rebukes Hunter Mahan Kardashian Comparison

Ahead of the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club, six-time PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan sparked controversy by comparing the course to the Kardashians, describing it as "very modern, beautiful and well-kept" but lacking "soul or character." This critique was quickly rebutted by Johnny Harris, the club's president, who mocked Mahan's apparent absence from the course since 2021 and invited him to return, even joking that Mahan might have to play with him. Despite Mahan's critical remarks, Quail Hollow is a prestigious venue with high initiation fees and a longstanding history, designed by George Cobb and regularly hosting major tournaments. Meanwhile, players at the championship expressed frustration over course conditions, notably the decision to disallow preferred lies after heavy rain, which affected play and elicited complaints from stars like Scottie Scheffler and defending champion Xander Schauffele. The exchange between Mahan and Harris highlights tensions around the course's reputation and suitability for major events, compounded by player dissatisfaction with the tournament's course management. Overall, the situation underscores ongoing debates about Quail Hollow’s character and the challenges faced during the PGA Championship.